Braemar
Trail Running Calendar near Braemar 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Braemar for 2026-2027! We've gathered 13 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
A 50 km trail race along the Dava Way from Grantown-on-Spey to Forres, mostly on old railway track with varied scenery; 8-hour cutoff, 300 places, entry fee £65.
December 2026
Night trail running at Cambus O May over 7.5 km with 270 m climb, organised by Deeside Runners; headtorch, map and compass required.
Night-time trail race in Tarland on 30 December 2026: three laps of Tarland Trails 2, 6 km with about 200 m climb, mandatory headtorch and navigation kit.
January 2027
A nighttime trail race in Tarland on January 21, 2027 featuring a 6.5 km course with 300 m climb, marked forest loops and required headtorch and navigation kit.
February 2027
Night hill race in Potarch, UK with a 7 km course and 200 m climb; headtorch and navigation equipment are required and registration is free online.
A circular 55 mile ultramarathon near Glenshee with 7,450 ft ascent, mostly off road terrain, self sufficient rules, mandatory kit and strict cut offs.
June 2027
Trail weekend at Blair Castle on 5 June 2027 with multiple race options from a kids fun run to an ultra, organised by Outsider Events.
August 2027
A traditional Highland Games in Newtonmore each first Saturday in August featuring heavies, pipe bands, Highland dancing, athletics and the Creag Dhubh hill race about 4½ miles long.
September 2027
A 12/24 hour trail race in Glenmore Forest near Loch Morlich, featuring a four mile loop, an optional 400 m final-hour loop, and specific crew and kit rules.
A 26.2 mile trail marathon around Kingussie in the Cairngorms with mainly off-road terrain, finishers receive a bespoke medal and T shirt and on-course mountain and forest views.
June 2028